Residential Solar Project Manager and Technical Designer

4 weeks ago

Denver, United States Namaste Solar Full time

Why us?

Are you a detail-oriented professional looking to work in the renewable energy field? If so, Namaste Solar is looking for you

Namaste Solar is a worker-owned cooperative, a Certified B Corp, and a Public Benefit Corporation. After one month of employment, we offer a path for you to become a co-owner of Namaste Solar. As a co-owner, you'll be able to vote on critical company issues, run for Namaste Solar's Board of Directors, and participate in our annual profit-sharing program.

We've fostered a thriving, inclusive organizational culture and workplace that offers flexible work schedules and prioritizes personal well-being and growth. We strive to incorporate diverse perspectives and ideas to challenge and improve how we do business in a rapidly changing and expanding industry.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

The Residential Solar Project Manager and Designer is responsible for the design and implementation of residential photovoltaic (PV), PV plus storage projects and storage only retrofit projects, including specification of code compliant system components and installation requirements; preparation of design and permitting documentation; and coordination with crews performing the installation work; coordinating and maintaining relationships with sub-contractors. The project manager is responsible for translating a sold project into a built structure as close to the customer expectations as practically achievable and coordinating with team members and installation crews to achieve our team goals while attaining our goals of safe and high-quality PV installations. The Project Manager works collaboratively with team members to ensure that each project is properly managed from post-sale through commissioning.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Conduct/coordinate site visits and utilize site visit information to confirm the sales design and validate all components including array layout, gear and conduit locations, structural engineering requirements, interconnection requirements, and material needs.
  • Manage the change order process swiftly with sales when required, including service changes, monitoring choices, array layout changes, rafter upgrades, etc.
  • Coordinate with the appropriate teams, colleagues, and customers to complete the final system designs, oversee all necessary AHJ and utility approvals, anticipate safety and equipment needs, and appropriately estimate resources to ensure a high quality, safe, efficient, and code compliant installation occurs for every project.
  • Complete the Bill of Material (BOM) prior to job commencement.
  • Notify warehouse staff of special equipment, tools, or sitemap placard requirements in a timely manner.
  • Work with the Operations Manager and Install Manager on departmental processes, resource needs, forecasting, and other operational goals or constraints.
  • Assist the Residential Sales team with site visits and design questions.
  • Conduct field visits and be available during mobilization times to stay abreast of daily issues and give face time to installers and support staff.
  • Strive to prioritize high quality and productive work products that aligns with our Company's Mission and Vision while holding flexibility and adaptability to withstand market forces.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific Tasks and Deliverables)

  • Design and deliver ops design packet to the design team in a timely manner.
  • Assemble PM Report for installation team and delivers prior to job commencement.
  • Actively participate in meetings and conversations on continual process improvements, efficiency measures, and best practices both within and between teams.
  • Keeps all aspects of the project up to date in project management database.
  • Coordinate project problem resolutions as needed with the appropriate point of contacts, escalate appropriate problems to the Operations Manager.
  • Support Senior PM as a technical resource for the Sales, Service, Installation, and Field Tech Teams
  • Foster a collaborative team spirit and work collaboratively with PMs and Field Techs to share resources and time to achieve departmental goals.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Electrical licensure and/or NABCEP certification required.
  • Must have an advanced understanding of PV system design including ESS (batteries). Direct experience with Tesla Powerwall preferred.
  • Thorough understanding of NEC code and residential building standards.
  • Must possess knowledge of jurisdictional requirements for PV system design.
  • Strong communication skills with all relevant stakeholders
  • Must maintain expertise on new industry products, applications, and system designs.
  • General construction understanding, i.e., ability to read, understand electrical and structural plans - reading/interpreting blueprints, & field layouts.
  • Must be highly organized & have ability to multi-task and set priorities.
  • Ability to succeed in a fast paced, collaborative environment.
  • Proficient with computers and the following applications: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word, Salesforce

NON-ESSENTIAL (Valued but not required skills and experience):

  • Engineering Degree
  • Experience installing PV and/or ESS systems

SUCCESS FACTORS:

  • Detail Oriented
  • Effective Technical Communicator
  • Analytical Thinker
  • Positive attitude and outlook
  • Team player
  • Enjoys highly technical design work
  • Has good follow through skills

Compensation and Benefits:

  • Starting wage dependent on experience.
  • Company provided computer, monitors, mouse and keyboard, headset.
  • We offer CIGNA health insurance and dental Insurance within the first 30 days of employment.
  • Life Insurance, short- and long-term disability.
  • 401K program.
  • Voluntary life insurance.
  • Paid volunteer time.
  • Flexible paid time off.
  • RTD EcoPass.
  • Discounts to put solar on your home.

Physical demands and work environment:

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to touch, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. Must be able to lift and climb ladders to access roofs. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Driving required to site locations.

Work environment: Work environment changes from day to day. This is mostly an office role with lots of computer work and online requirements. There will be times when the Project Manager must go to project work sites and get on roofs of all pitches. High and potentially dangerous exposure to electricity. The daily temperature varies from hot to cold depending on the season.

Travel: This position is expected to travel locally up to 20% of the time.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Namaste Solar is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment for people to bring their authentic selves to work. We recognize that diverse teams make strong teams, and we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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